Operating Management Systems & Audit Manager (DPA)

at  BP

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Part of the MD&I HSE team; supporting bp Shipping (bpS) and reporting to the bp Shipping HSE Senior manager, the OMS, Audit manager and Designated Person Ashore (DPA) will support bp Shipping in maintaining its licence to operate externally within the maritime environment and privilege to operate within bp.
This varied role is also responsible as the DPA; a statutory role all international shipping companies are required to maintain in accordance with the IMO’s International Safety Management (ISM) Code to ensure the safe operation of each company-operated vessel and to provide a link between the company and those on-board.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Lead a globally located team of trained and qualified OMS Audit & Training Superintendents. The team is responsible for;
1. Undertaking internal audits of bpS’s fleet of internationally trading oil tankers and LNG carriers, in compliance with the ISM and ISPS Codes and with ISO14001:2015;
2. Provision of on-board training focused on specific areas of perceived weakness or high potential risk; and
3. Providing general support to the bpS HSE team.
Responsible for managing the cycle of internal and external audits of bpS’s ships and offices in accordance with applicable statutory requirements and in accordance with bp’s OMS.
Ensure effective management of OMS within shipping.
Hold the statutory position of Designated Person Ashore (DPA) as required by the International Safety Management (ISM) Code.
Act as a principal point of contact for Flag administrations under which the bp Shipping-managed fleet operates.
Act as a principal point of contact for seagoing crew in the event of grievances or of safety/pollution-related concerns and ensure resulting investigations progress in a satisfactory manner.
Work closely with the Shipping HSE Senior Manager to ensure the safety management system continues to comply with the ISM code.

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE AND JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to successfully lead teams.
Proven experience of leading a shipping-based HSE or audit programme in an office environment as a senior leader.
Deep understanding of the ISM and ISO14001:2015 codes.
Ability to influence across disciplines at all levels of the organisation.
Experience of building effective relationships with external regulators and stakeholders.
A proven self starter with an inquisitive and thoughtful approach to supporting business risk management with strong ability to respectively challenge.
Relevant experience of ISM audits or ISO14001:2015 audits with proven performance record.
Ability to manage complex issues successfully with senior stakeholders.
Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills.
Proven understanding of audit action management.
Knowledge of bp’s OMS and management systems compliant with any of the following: ISO 18001, ISO 14001, ISO 9001 and ISM Code (not essential but would be advantageous).

ESSENTIAL EDUCATION:

Master or Chief Engineer certificate of competency with seagoing experience in a senior rank onboard tankers or gas carriers; or equivalent experience gained in a relevant shore-based role supported by professional and/or post-degree qualifications and experience.

SKILLS:

HSSE auditing and self-verification, Industry knowledge and advocacy, OMS and bp requirements, Process safety culture, Process Safety Management, Risk Management, Safety Leadership

Please refer the Job description for details